FPM Dean Dr Dilip Kapur recently wrote to the Australian Health Minister Mark Butler about persistent ongoing shortages of essential pain-relieving medications.

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Expressions of interest are sought from fellows to join the committee in early 2025.

The college’s advocacy plan for the 2025-2027 period has been published on the website.

The faculty has launched a dedicated FPM LinkedIn page. This launch marks a step forward in raising the profile of the faculty and promoting pain medicine to a broader audience.

From 2025 advanced trainees (AT) in the ANZCA Anaesthesia Training Program and specialist international medical graduates (SIMGs) who are on the exam pathway, will be required to undertake the patient clinical interaction assessment.

ANZCA and ASA joint update statement about IV fluid supplies

FPM has published a new guidance document to inform the professional practice of FPM fellows and trainees.

Nominations are open to all ANZCA and FPM fellows from 12pm (AEDT) on Monday 16 December 2024 to 5pm (AEDT) on Friday 31 January 2025.

The 12th triennial Safety of Anaesthesia report has been released and confirms that Australia and New Zealand continue to be incredibly safe countries in which to receive an anaesthetic.